Compare performance (130 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (25,700 £ vs 43,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Kangoo or VW ID. Buzz Cargo?
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Renault Kangoo is significantly cheaper – starting at 25,700 £ , while the VW ID. Buzz Cargo costs 43,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,850 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the VW ID. Buzz Cargo is barely more efficient: consuming 19.2 kWh/100km compared to 20.2 kWh/100km for the Renault Kangoo. That’s a difference of about 1 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the VW ID. Buzz Cargo offers visibly more range – reaching up to 455 km, about 170 km more than the Renault Kangoo.
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
When it comes to engine power, the VW ID. Buzz Cargo offers clearly more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 210 HP more horsepower.
Looking at top speed, the VW ID. Buzz Cargo is moderately faster – reaching 160 km/h, while the Renault Kangoo tops out at 135 km/h. The difference is around 25 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID. Buzz Cargo delivers considerably more torque with 679 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 409 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Renault Kangoo offers more seats – 7 vs 3.
In terms of curb weight, Renault Kangoo is significantly lighter – 1,489 kg compared to 2,264 kg. The difference is around 775 kg.
For maximum load capacity, the VW ID. Buzz Cargo offers clearly more capacity – up to 3,900 L, about 850 L more than the Renault Kangoo.
When it comes to payload, the VW ID. Buzz Cargo carries somewhat more – 753 kg compared to 610 kg. That’s a difference of about 143 kg.
The VW ID. Buzz Cargo holds a decisive overall lead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.
The Renault Kangoo is the pragmatic chameleon of small vans, marrying van-like practicality with carlike comfort and a cheerful, friendly face that suits both family runs and workday hauls. It's sensible, versatile and annoyingly useful — easy to live with, cheap to run and clever where it counts, so you get more space and fewer compromises than the price suggests.
detailsThe VW ID. Buzz Cargo marries retro Volkswagen charm with a thoroughly modern electric work van, offering a surprisingly spacious and practical load area wrapped in friendly, iconic styling. It's a smart pick for urban tradespeople and small businesses who want quiet, effortless driving, lower running costs and easy maneuverability — with a healthy dash of nostalgia on the job.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
25,700 - 36,200 £
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Price
43,600 - 51,400 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 7.4 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
20.2 - 21.5 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.2 - 20.3 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
278 - 285 km
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Electric Range
330 - 455 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
59 - 79 kWh
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co2
0 - 168 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
High Roof Estate
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Seats
5 - 7
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Seats
3
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Doors
5
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1,489 - 2,041 kg
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Curb weight
2,264 - 2,510 kg
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Trunk capacity
500 - 950 L
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Trunk capacity
-
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Length
4,486 - 4,911 mm
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Length
4,712 mm
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Width
1,860 - 1,919 mm
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Width
1,985 mm
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Height
1,838 - 1,869 mm
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Height
1,932 mm
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Max trunk capacity
2,500 - 3,050 L
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Max trunk capacity
3,900 L
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Payload
459 - 610 kg
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Payload
640 - 753 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Diesel
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
-
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
95 - 130 HP
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Power HP
170 - 340 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.6 - 16.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Max Speed
130 - 135 km/h
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Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
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Torque
240 - 270 Nm
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Torque
310 - 679 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
70 - 96 kW
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Power kW
125 - 250 kW
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Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,022 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, F, E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Renault
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Brand
VW
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